Hearty Bean Burrito Bowl

This deconstructed burrito leaves out the carb-heavy tortilla and subs in brown rice for the usual white; it's a healthier version of the classic Mexican dish.

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Cal/Serv:
334

Yields:
4

Prep Time:
0
hours
25
mins

Total Time:
0
hours
25
mins

Ingredients

3
tbsp.
fresh lime juice

2
tbsp.
olive oil

1/2
tsp.
ground cumin

Kosher salt and pepper

2
c.
cooked brown rice

1
can black beans

1/2
head romaine lettuce

1
c.
roughly chopped fresh cilantro

1
pt.
grape tomatoes

1
avocado

1/2
small red onion

lowfat sour cream

Tortilla chips

Lime wedges

hot sauce

Directions

In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, oil, cumin, and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper.

Divide the rice and beans among serving bowls. Top with the lettuce, cilantro, tomatoes, and avocado.

Sprinkle with the red onion, then drizzle with the dressing. Serve with sour cream, tortilla chips, lime wedges, and hot sauce, if desired.

Tips & Techniques

Easy Shortcut: Freeze cooked rice so it’s always on hand for weeknight meals. Cook rice according to package directions, then spread on a rimmed baking sheet to cool quickly. Portion into resealable plastic bags and freeze flat to save space. To reheat, transfer to a bowl and microwave, covered, stirring occasionally, until hot, about 2 minutes.

This deconstructed burrito leaves out the carb-heavy tortilla and subs in brown rice for the usual white; it's a healthier version of the classic Mexican dish.

Tips & Techniques

Easy Shortcut: Freeze cooked rice so it’s always on hand for weeknight meals. Cook rice according to package directions, then spread on a rimmed baking sheet to cool quickly. Portion into resealable plastic bags and freeze flat to save space. To reheat, transfer to a bowl and microwave, covered, stirring occasionally, until hot, about 2 minutes.

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